[ Autographs ] Pierre G. T. Beauregard 1818-1893 Confederate major general who initiated the attack on Fort Sumter which started the Civil War. Beauregard also led with great distinction at First Bull Run, Shiloh, and in the defense of Richmond. A.L.S. 1p. 12mo., May 16 1866 Scarcely a year after war's end, Beauregard takes time out to send a letter with his autograph, in part: '...It affords me pleasureto comply with your request... G. T Beauregard' Light soiling, otherwise very good.